Sending a parcel to United Arab Emirates
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to United Arab Emirates. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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At a glance
A parcel to United Arab Emirates arrives in 5–9 days (standard) or 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 300 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
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Sending a parcel to United Arab Emirates
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Summary
A parcel to United Arab Emirates arrives in 5–9 days (standard) or 3–5 days (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 300 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex, ups.
- Region
- asia
- EU
- No
- Currency
- AED
- Standard delivery
- 5–9 days
- Express delivery
- 3–5 days
- Customs duty from
- 300 €
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for United Arab Emirates
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 195 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 179 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 UPS Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 172 € | Worldwide coverage in 220+ countries · UPS Saver express service (1–3 days outside EU) | Detailsarrow_forward |
 Česká pošta Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 3–5 days | 70 € | Pokrývá celý svět · Nejlevnější pro zásilky nad 2 kg mimo EU | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to United Arab Emirates
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 30 € | 68 € |
| 5 kg | 48 € | 105 € |
| 10 kg | 78 € | 160 € |
| 20 kg | 135 € | 265 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
UAE charges 5% VAT from the first dirham (one of the lowest in the world) plus 5% duty on goods above 1,000 AED (~€250). Dubai Customs is efficient and fast — clearance typically within 1–2 days. Dubai is a global logistics hub: DHL Express and FedEx both have their own sorting facilities here. For shipments to the UAE, express service availability is the best in the entire Arab world.
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Commercial invoice
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to United Arab Emirates.
- Weapons and ammunition
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Alcohol (strict limits)
- Pork products
- Pornographic material
- Religious materials of other faiths
- Politically sensitive materials
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Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of United Arab Emirates.
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Why is shipping to the UAE so fast?
Dubai is one of the world's largest air cargo hubs. DHL Express has its regional hub for the entire Middle East and South Asia here, and so does FedEx. Dubai Customs processing is automated and fast — typically within 48 hours. Cargo aircraft fly daily from Prague to Dubai, so express delivery takes 3–5 days.
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